AWS Foundations for Cloud Developers

Cloud computing is the backbone of modern software development, but navigating the vast array of services can be overwhelming for beginners. This course provides a structured path to understanding how to leverage cloud infrastructure to host, scale, and manage applications effectively. You will move from a basic understanding of the cloud to a practical grasp of how different services interact to support a production environment. What you'll learn: - Understand fundamental cloud concepts and global infrastructure components - Configure virtual servers using EC2 and manage scalable storage with S3 - Implement serverless functions using Lambda for efficient code execution - Manage database instances and understand relational versus non-relational options - Apply basic Infrastructure as Code principles to automate resource setup - Secure applications using identity and access management best practices The curriculum begins with essential terminology and core infrastructure concepts before moving into practical configuration steps for compute, storage, and networking. You will read through detailed explanations and apply your knowledge through written exercises designed to simulate real-world deployment scenarios. This course is designed for beginners with no prior cloud experience who want to understand how to use AWS for their projects. Start your journey into cloud development today.